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Critical Limb Ischemia (CLI) Treatment in Mountain View

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Critical Limb Ischemia (CLI) is a severe form of PAD causing chronic pain, ulcers, or tissue loss due to poor circulation.
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What is Critical Limb Ischemia (CLI)?

Critical Limb Ischemia (CLI) is an advanced stage of Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) where blood flow to the legs or feet is severely reduced. This lack of circulation causes chronic pain, non-healing wounds, ulcers, or even tissue death (gangrene). CLI is a serious, limb-threatening condition that requires urgent medical attention.

If left untreated, CLI can lead to infection, loss of limb, or life-threatening complications. Fortunately, treatments such as angioplasty, stenting, or bypass procedures—especially when guided by advanced imaging—can help restore blood flow, relieve pain, and promote healing. Early diagnosis and intervention are key to saving both limbs and lives.

How Does the Procedure Work?

Treatment for Critical Limb Ischemia (CLI) often involves minimally invasive, image-guided procedures to restore blood flow to the affected limb. Dr. Fabio Komlos begins by inserting a small catheter through an artery in the groin or wrist and guiding it to the blocked area using real-time imaging.

Once the blockage is located, he may perform balloon angioplasty to widen the artery, stent placement to keep it open, or atherectomy to remove plaque buildup. These procedures help reestablish circulation, allowing wounds to heal, reducing pain, and lowering the risk of amputation. Most treatments are done on an outpatient basis with short recovery times and minimal discomfort.

Critical Limb Ischemia (CLI) Treatment in Mountain View

Who Can Benefit from CLI Treatment?

Patients with chronic leg pain, non-healing foot ulcers, infections, or blackened toes may be suffering from Critical Limb Ischemia (CLI) and can benefit from treatment. CLI typically affects people with advanced Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) and is more common in individuals with diabetes, smoking history, kidney disease, or heart conditions.

Those who experience pain at rest, especially at night, or have wounds that aren’t improving should be evaluated promptly. Dr. Fabio Komlos offers minimally invasive, image-guided treatments designed to restore blood flow, relieve pain, promote wound healing, and prevent limb loss—often avoiding the need for major surgery.

What to Expect

Initial Evaluation – Dr. Fabio Komlos will assess your symptoms, review your medical history, and perform diagnostic tests such as ultrasound, CT angiography, or an ankle-brachial index (ABI) to evaluate blood flow and determine the severity of CLI.

During the Procedure – Most treatments are performed using minimally invasive, image-guided techniques. A small catheter is inserted into an artery, and Dr. Komlos may use angioplasty, stenting, or atherectomy to open blocked vessels and restore circulation. The procedure typically takes 1–2 hours under local anesthesia or light sedation.

After the Procedure – Patients usually experience relief from pain and improved circulation within days. Wounds may begin to heal, and mobility often improves. You’ll receive follow-up care, including wound management, lifestyle guidance, and possibly medication to prevent future blockages.

Recovery – Most patients go home the same or next day, with minimal downtime and a clear plan to support long-term limb health and healing.

"With timely, minimally invasive treatment, we can restore blood flow, relieve pain, and help save limbs affected by Critical Limb Ischemia."
— Dr. Fabio Komlos, Interventional Radiologist
Understanding Critical Limb Ischemia (CLI): Symptoms, Risks & Treatment

Interventional Radiology

As an interventional radiologist, Dr. Fabio Komlos specializes in minimally invasive treatments for Critical Limb Ischemia (CLI), using advanced imaging and targeted procedures to restore circulation, relieve pain, heal wounds, and prevent limb loss.

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Dr. Fabio Komlos and our expert team specialize in Critical Limb Ischemia (CLI) treatment, using advanced, minimally invasive techniques to restore blood flow, promote healing of chronic wounds, relieve pain, and help prevent amputation for patients with severe vascular disease.
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I use image-guided techniques to precisely treat Critical Limb Ischemia (CLI) by restoring blood flow to severely blocked arteries without invasive surgery, promoting faster healing, pain relief, and better long-term limb preservation.
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Personalized Treatment Plans
Each patient receives a personalized Critical Limb Ischemia (CLI) treatment plan tailored to their specific condition, ensuring the most effective approach to restoring blood flow, relieving pain, healing wounds, and supporting long-term limb preservation.

FAQs

Learn more about our minimally invasive treatment options with these frequently asked questions. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, feel free to reach out to us.

Is CLI life-threatening?
Yes. If left untreated, CLI can lead to serious infections, limb amputation, or even death due to complications from tissue loss or sepsis.

How is CLI diagnosed?
CLI is diagnosed through a combination of physical exam, ABI testing, Doppler ultrasound, CT angiography, or MR angiography to assess blood flow in the limbs.


Who is most at risk for CLI?
People with diabetes, smoking history, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or advanced PAD are at the highest risk of developing CLI.








What happens if CLI goes untreated?
Without treatment, CLI can lead to non-healing wounds, infections, gangrene, and a high risk of amputation or life-threatening complications.





Is surgery always required for CLI?
No. Many patients can be treated with minimally invasive, image-guided procedures like angioplasty or stenting, often avoiding the need for open surgery.







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